Bonita Plaatjiies

A KRAAIFONTEIN mother was found dead in a house on Friday after she was beaten to death, allegedly by her boyfriend, who has since been arrested.

The lifeless body of Bonita Plaatjies, known as “Bonnie” and “Meisie”, was found inside a house in Ndleleni Street after sustaining head injuries due to an alleged physical assault.

Police have arrested a 29-year-old man in connection with the murder and he is due to make his first appearance in the Kuils River Magistrate's Court on Monday.

Police spokesperson, Ndakhe Gwala, confirmed the matter is under investigation and said SAPS is investigating murder.